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I am 21. my menstrual cramps have become nearly unbearable over the last two years. should i be concerned about cancer, infections, etc?
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Etc.: You should be checked out for a variety of possible causes including infection and endometriosis. Cancer would be rare for someone of your age.
Answered 3/26/2013
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